Gunman sought in 19-year-old's killing in NW Harris County

Updated 7:00 am, Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Juan Hernandez was killed in the shooting, which happened about 12:45 p.m. in the 6800 block of Brushmeade near Baron Bend, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies were told Hernandez was outside on the sidewalk when a suspect shot him once. Hernandez was rushed to North Cypress Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.

Deputies said the gunman ran away after the shooting. He was described only as wearing a gray, hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.

Deputies did not release a possible motive in the case.

Anyone with information about the case is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit at 713 967-5810 or Crime Stoppers at 222-TIPS.

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